The 8 Best Air Purifiers for Pets of 2026

Best Overall

Winix 5520 Air Purifier

$180 at Amazon $180 at Target $206 at Home Depot

With four layers of filtration—a pre-filter, a washable carbon filter, a HEPA filter, and a permanent filter—built-in sensors detecting changes in air quality, and low decibel ratings for sound even at the highest power level, this Winix HEPA air purifier is our top choice among all the air purifiers we’ve tested. The energy-efficient air purifier has a solid CADR (clean air delivery rate) score for dust (252), and the top-performing pre-filter for capturing pet hair among all the units we tested.

“Having a true HEPA filter and a good CADR has been shown to be a lot more effective with reducing allergens," board-certified allergist Niha Qamar, MD, told The Spruce Pets.

The sound emitted is relatively low, so it’s unlikely to interrupt conversations or sleep. Plus, it automatically goes into sleep mode in dark settings—conserving energy by dimming the LED screen —then switches back to auto mode when light is present. 

It's also easy to set up, comes with a remote for convenient operation from across the room, is WiFi-enabled, and includes a compatible app for monitoring. When the three layers of replaceable filters require maintenance, a light on the unit’s display turns on, and swapping out and rinsing the carbon filter is straightforward. There are also three light-up color indicators pointing out changes in air quality in real time. 

It's suitable for larger spaces, up to 1,882 square feet, but the device itself is rather big (15 x 8.2 x 23.6 inches), so it might overwhelm a smaller space or a bedroom, which is one of the priority spaces for air purification in a home, according to Dr. Qamar. "I always recommend placement in a bedroom because that is where you spend most of your time and where a lot of dust mites could linger, especially in your bedding."

_{Coverage Area: 1,882 square feet | Dimensions: 13.6 x 8.3 x 22.7 inches | Filter Type: HEPA | CADR Rating: 252 (dust) | Smart Capabilities: Yes}

A Great Budget Option for Small Spaces

Levoit Core Mini Air Purifier

$50 at Amazon $50 at Target $50 at Home Depot

The Levoit Core Mini Air Purifier is small—measuring 6.5 x 6.5 x 10.4 inches— and is designed to clear the air in spaces up to 337 square feet, so it's ideal for use in smaller spaces, such as bedrooms, dens, or offices. It weighs a little over 2 pounds, making it easy to move around until you find the right spot for it to work. Similar to our top choice for tackling odors, the Levoit Core 300s Smart True HEPA Air Purifier, the Core Mini has a three-stage filtration system that is designed to filter out air pollutants, and it runs quietly, so it's unlikely to interrupt your sleep.

We found the Core Mini Air Purifier to be small but mighty, capable of clearing smoke, dust, and allergens from the air. It also tackles larger particles, like pet hair and dander, but it is not as effective with the bigger irritants as other air purifiers that made our list.

The device comes in two colors, black or white, but we felt the power cord could be a little longer; you might need an extension cord with this air purifier.

^{Coverage Area: 337 square feet | Dimensions: 6.5 x 6.5 x 10.4 inches | Filter Type: HEPA | CADR Rating: Not listed | Smart Capabilities: No}

Best for Odors

Levoit Core 300S Air Purifier

$150 at Amazon $150 at Chewy $180 at Target

The Levoit Core 300s Smart True HEPA Air Purifier quickly extinguished the palpable aroma of incense from our testing space in under 30 minutes, and even at its lowest and quietest setting, its air purifying ability was measurable.

Inside the compact air purifier, three layers work together to filter out particles as large as pet hair from the air: a pre-filter where lint and fibers are trapped, a HEPA filter collecting dust, pollen, and dander, and an activated carbon filter, which is essential for the removal of odors, like smoke and fumes, that can enter your home.

The Core 300s Smart True HEPA Air Purifier is WiFi-enabled and easy to set up. It can be controlled and monitored from an app or through the LED display. It is also responsive to voice commands.

It has three air intake settings. At the highest, the decibel rating peaked at 58, which is comparable to a quiet household dishwasher, so it’s unlikely to disrupt you while sleeping or watching television. For use in a room with a light sleeper, it has a sleep mode that will turn off all display lights and keep the air purification system running as quietly as possible.

_{Coverage Area: 219 square feet | Dimensions: 8.7 x 8.7 x 14.2 inches | Filter Type: HEPA | CADR Rating: 141 | Smart Capabilities: Yes}

Best for Allergies

Bionaire True HEPA 360 UV Air Purifier

$160 at Amazon $160 at Target

The Bionaire True HEPA 360 UV Air Purifier effectively captures airborne allergens and noticeably improved air quality in under 30 minutes in our testing. The cylindrical shape allows for full 360 degrees of air intake and filtration in a room, and a built-in top handle enables portability.

This air purifier features six stages of filtration consisting of two pre-filters (one fabric and one mesh), a true HEPA filter, a carbon filter, a UV light, and an ionizer. The UV light, which kills bacteria, and the ionizer—which releases a static charge to attract particles, including pet hair and dander—can be activated in unison with the air intake filters for expedited air cleansing when a contaminant is present, such as a pet or smoke.

There are three air filtration power settings, and while the highest level produces significantly more noise and makes it difficult to maintain a conversation, the other two settings are sustainable for everyday use—even while sleeping. For use in a bedroom, the purifier has a night-light setting for visibility in low light and a night mode setting that turns off all display lights. There is also an eight-hour timer setting to maintain the filtration process for an extended duration of time.

To maintain functionality, the UV light and layered filters should be replaced annually (on average), but the process is straightforward, and the total cost for replacements is under $100.  

Editor's Note: The current product on Amazon is a slightly different version than the model we tested, but we still stand by our pick.

_{Coverage Area: 175–848 square feet | Dimensions: 10 x 10 x 15 inches | Filter Type: HEPA | CADR Rating: 113 | Smart Capabilities: No}

Best for Large Spaces

PuroAir HEPA Air Purifier

$200

$160 at Amazon View on Getpuroair.com View on Walmart

If you want an air filter that's designed to work in a large space, the Puro Air 240 is capable of cleaning over 1,000 square feet in about an hour, capturing 99 percent of particles as small as 0.1 microns. It's also compact and lightweight, making it unobstrusive and easy to move around. Although we haven't had a chance to test this model yet, it's a top-rated pick at Amazon, with over 11,000 five-star ratings, so it's clear that pet parents like it.

Reasonably priced at around $200, the Puro Air 240 features include automatic and sleep modes, an air quality indicator light, a filter indicator light, a programmable timer in two-hour increments, and a child lock; however, it's not equipped with Wi-Fi capabilities, so there is no mobile app. It comes with a two-year warranty.

Overall, shoppers are impressed by how quiet the Puro Air 240 is (it puts out just 22 decibels on its lowest setting) and by its superior ability to capture pet hair, dander, and odors.

_{Coverage Area: 1,000 square feet | Dimensions: 8.7 x 8.7 x 10.7 inches | Filter Type: HEPA | CADR Rating: Not available | Smart Capabilities: No}

Best for Small Spaces

Blueair Blue Pure 511i Max

$139 at Amazon $140 at Target View on Blueair.com

The Blueair 511i Max is our top pick for small spaces, as it noticeably cleared and improved the air quality in our test space. It was also one of the quietest air purifiers we tested, even at its most powerful setting. We liked that its reliable air filtration was enhanced through the on-demand convenience of a mobile app, which controls power settings and monitors air quality in real time. 

While we tested the previous version, the 411i Max, we haven't had a chance to test the 511i Max, the upgraded version in the Blue Pure line. It offers many of the same features as the 411i Max, including WiFi-enabled voice commands, auto mode, night mode, and an optional child lock to keep settings intact. This model also features a well-optimized 20W motor for maximum energy efficiency. Given that, and its popularity and high ratings on Amazon, we felt it was worth including here.

Like the 411i Max, five color air quality indicators let you know when your air quality improves, diminishes, or could benefit from filter maintenance. The external-facing pre-filter effectively captures pet hair, can be rinsed with water for regular maintenance, and is available in five muted colors.

Where the 511i Max differs is that it has a CADR of 125 (versus 411i Max's 141 CADR), which is suitable for rooms of around 237 square feet. You also have the option to purchase the SmokeBlock filter for enhanced odor neutralization, or the AllergyBlock filter, which is more effective at capturing allergens from the air. These specialized filters run around $40 each.

_{Coverage Area: 237 square feet | Dimensions: 14.5 x 9.3 x 9.3 inches | Filter Type: HEPA | CADR Rating: 159 (dust), 174 (pollen), 153 (smoke) | Smart Capabilities: Yes}

Best Splurge

Dyson Purifier Cool

$650 at Amazon $650 at Chewy $650 at Target

In our various effectiveness tests, this air purifier from Dyson was exceptionally efficient with clearing air pollutants, including smoke, and significantly improved the air quality in our testing space.

The Dyson Purifier Cool TP07 Smart Air Purifier and Fan was previously our best overall choice because of its powerful filtration capabilities, cooling effects, and quiet operation. But with a price that’s nearly double our current best overall, the Winix 5520 HEPA Air Purifier, we decided to find a new spot for this one on our list. 

While it is a larger unit, its footprint is relatively small, making it a great floor air purifier that won't take up too much space in your home. It also emits minimal noise with low decibel readings even at the highest power level, so it’s suitable for use in a bedroom and is unlikely to interrupt your favorite TV show. 

Aside from its quiet operation, this purifier also has smart capabilities with a user-friendly app that connects to Wi-Fi. The app has the same capabilities as the magnetized remote that comes with the purifier and also tracks the room’s air quality over time.

The top of this purifier oscillates to evenly move air and clean it while the unit is in use. This purifier will automatically sense changes in air quality and react to best clean the air, and then report changes directly to the linked app and the control panel. Backward airflow mode allows you to use the purifier alone without a cooling effect as well. 

_{Coverage Area: Not listed | Dimensions: 4.72 x 8 x 41 inches | Filter Type: HEPA | CADR Rating: Not listed | Smart Capabilities: Yes}

Best Quiet

Rabbit Air MinusA2 Ultra Quiet HEPA Air Purifier

$609 at Amazon View on Chewy View on Rabbitair.com

The Rabbit Air MinusA2 Ultra Quiet HEPA Air Purifier with Wi-Fi has a five-layered filtration system including an activated carbon filter, a specialized HEPA filter, and a custom pet allergy filter. Throughout our testing, this purifier effectively and quietly improved air quality by clearing pollutants out of the air, from pet hair and dander to volatile organic compounds, like carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide.

The purifier has a sleek, modern design that takes up minimal space and can easily be mounted to a wall. When operating in silent mode, the device is virtually undetectable, and for complete uninterrupted air filtration, sleep mode turns off the light-up display for an extended duration of time.

The app and on-device display indicate changes in air quality and help you monitor the status of the filtration to maximize the performance of the MinusA2 Ultra Quiet. And while it's the most expensive air purifier on our list, it also comes with a generous five-year warranty from Rabbit Air.

_{Coverage Area: 700 square feet | Dimensions: 20 x 21.4 x 7 inches | Filter Type: HEPA | CADR Rating: 166 (smoke), 173 (dust), 171 (pollen) | Smart Capabilities: Yes}